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1996 Toyota Camry
Invoice: $14,586 - $21,919
Miles Per Gallon
City: 20 MPG - 23 MPG
Highway: 27 MPG - 31 MPG
Body Style: Coupe, Sedan, Station Wagon
Engines: 2.2L I-4 133 HP, 3.0L V-6 194 HP
Since its total redesign four years ago, Camry has been Toyota's breadandbutter car, the allaround midsize family machine that is the company's biggest seller by far. The Camry is meant to meet the needs of a wide range of buyers, from those seeking solid basic transportation to slightly more enthusiastic drivers to the luxuryminded, with a mix of sedans, coupes and station wagons in a variety of trim levels. Camry faces some tough opponents. Virtually every major manufacturer wants a piece of this pie. Honda's Accord line is a perennial favorite; so are the Mazda 626 and Nissan Maxima. The Ford Taurus is slightly larger but still within comparison range, and so are the Chrysler Cirrus/Dodge Stratus neartwins. And don't forget the Chevy Lumina. Plenty of choices, each with something to recommend it. But Toyota didn't earn its reputation by avoiding competition. The Camry has been given the virtues it needssubdued style, solidity and comfort among themto face comparison with almost everyone's offerings and emerge with good marks. One major Camry advantage is its sharing of major exterior, structural and mechanical components with the more expensive Lexus ES 300. In theory, a luxury car with a few amenities removed should be an impressive product, particularly when the differences between the two cars have nothing to do with engineering or quality. In this particular case, the common base is a credit to both cars.
Purchasing an older vehicle, such as the 1996 Toyota Camry, makes good financial sense. You're able to avoid the steep depreciation rates that occur with brand new vehicles. This essentially gives you the advantage of getting a 1996 Toyota Camry for less money than when it was new. If the 1996 Toyota Camry was properly maintained, you also have a good chance of steering clear of problems that would have developed when the car was new.
The amount you pay for an older car depends on various factors. One important element is where you buy the vehicle. You're likely to get a better deal if you buy it from a private party, as opposed to a dealer. On the other hand, a reputable dealer will normally have some kind of limited warranty, so you can drive away knowing that if the car breaks down right away, you'll be covered. Another factor that may affect price on a 1996 Toyota Camry is whether it's "certified" by the manufacturer. A certified vehicle will cost more because warranty service is provided that normally doesn't come with a used car.
Another dynamic that will play into the purchase price is the resale value. A used vehicle with a high resale value will obviously cost you more. It is expected that the 1996 Toyota Camry will have a excellent resale value. This assumes that the 1996 Toyota Camry is in good condition and has a reasonable number of miles.
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